There are a surprising number of vehicles that cannot use traditional snowchains, the types that put chain on the inside of the wheel as well as on the tread. This is usually because there is not enough space between the wheels and the shock absorbers; this can be a problem for ordinary SUVs and 4x4s as well as for high performance cars.

You will find this important information in your car handbook - please check this before using your snowchains! Our database is intended to do the basic work for you but, with so many new vehicles and tyre sizes, it should only ever be treated as a guide.

Tyre size

Please also check your tyre size - if you buy incorrectly-sized chains they will be either too tight or too loose.

Ladder track chains

The good news is that car handbooks usually only refer to "traditional snowchains". Ladder track chains such as the Polaire GRIP and Spikes-Spider range only put chain over the tyre tread, so are not subject to these restrictions. They are also ideal for use on rear wheel drives where there is minimal space between the top of the wheel and the wheel arch.

BMW

AutoSock are the original car snow socks; they're much the best for quality, performace and wear rate. Pull a pair of AutoSock over your driving wheels if you get stuck on snow, or e.g. want to be sure about driving safely down a snowy hill, and you'll be amazed at just how well they work! There's a free delivery option.

We're also listing AutoSock's SnowGecko snow socks, with prices as low as £24.95, depending on availability for your tyre size. Compared to RRP it's a 2 for 1 offer, but only while stocks last!

Any roof box will fit on any car, if you have a set of roof bars going across the roof, and the distance between the roof bars is normal, between 65cm and 75cm. Click on "Roof Boxes" in the left hand menu to see our full range.

Roof mounting: If you have a set of roof bars you can use any of our roof mounting bike carriers.Tow bar mounting: If you have a tow ball then you can fit a tow ball carrier.Strap on / Rear door mounting:If there is a listing below for "Rear door bike carriers" then these are another option. If there is no listing, then we are not aware that any strap on carriers have been approved for this vehicle.

Help to protect the value of your car by fitting a set of seat covers. We have waterproof, jacquard, velours, real leather, sheepskin. They're mostly side-airbag compatible, many using "Original Equipment" quality fabrics.